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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in e-learning technology have provided the means for humans all around the world to be participants in online courses. These online MOOC courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning institutions are having to consider today because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Babson College to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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